Google vice-president and head of Google Ireland Ronan Harris says that 1916 is significant event that shaped modern Ireland, something the company wants to share with a global audience.

Google is about giving everyone access to the best information, culture and experiences through technology and this tour gives people a way to peel back the layers of history and experience what life was like 100 years ago in Ireland.

Colin Farrell recording his narration of the project.
Source: Google

The project is available on phone, tablet or computer and was launched this evening by Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys.

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